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Virgin Atlantic’s Airbus A350-1000 taxiing at a major UK airport, showcasing its modern design and signature red livery.
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Spotter's notes
The A350-1000 features distinctive curved winglets and advanced materials for improved efficiency. Virgin Atlantic’s A350s are typically named, with the aircraft name visible near the nose.
Aircraft identity
ICAO Type
A35K
Model
A350-1000
Manufacturer
Airbus
Airline
Virgin Atlantic
Airline Code
VIR / VS
Livery
Virgin Atlantic
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-97
Thrust
97,000 lbf (431 kN) per engine
Wingspan
64.75 m
Length
73.79 m
Height
17.08 m
MTOW
316,000 kg
Range
16,100 km
Capacity
369 passengers (typical 3-class)
Cruise Speed
903 km/h (Mach 0.85)
Noise Rating
Below ICAO Chapter 14 (<86 dB, varies by phase)